Ethical considerations in copyediting
Editing is a very personal service between author and editor, and one that should therefore be conducted ethically. That sounds rather dry, but ethics in… Read More »Ethical considerations in copyediting
Editing for all clients
7 ways copyediting improves the quality of writing
I’m back for a new season of blog posts, and very happy about it! So let’s get stuck in with a look at the raison… Read More »7 ways copyediting improves the quality of writing
Value versus price: why the cheapest probably isn’t the best
Let’s start in the time-honoured way by defining terms. Price is what you hand over – the money. Value is what you get for your… Read More »Value versus price: why the cheapest probably isn’t the best
4 good reasons why you shouldn’t hire me as your copyeditor
‘What? Where’s the hard sell? Don’t you want the work?’ Why should I tell you not to hire me? Because it’s a waste of your… Read More »4 good reasons why you shouldn’t hire me as your copyeditor
Communication: the axis on which the editor/client relationship spins
I’ve been struck in a couple of conversations with editors, recently, how well some communicate with their authors, and how some seem to shy away,… Read More »Communication: the axis on which the editor/client relationship spins
A copyeditor’s personal ABC…
Before I take my Christmas break (I’ll be back on 8 January 2023 if plans count for anything), I thought I’d round 2022 off with… Read More »A copyeditor’s personal ABC…
Four ways to keep the price of a copyedit down
When you’re writing for publication, your text will need to be copyedited. And proofread. No one likes overpaying for a service. No copyeditor likes being… Read More »Four ways to keep the price of a copyedit down
Briefing your copyeditor
Publishers’ briefs to freelance copyeditors range from the wonderful to the woeful. Authors’ briefs to freelance copyeditors can also range from the wonderful to the… Read More »Briefing your copyeditor
Proofediting: is it ever a good idea?
‘Proofediting’? Huh? ‘Proofediting’? That’s not in the dictionary. Sounds like a mashup of proofreading and editing! Surely not?! Proofediting is indeed doing both things –… Read More »Proofediting: is it ever a good idea?
How do I hire a copyeditor or proofreader?
Hiring a copyeditor or proofreader for the first time can be a bit scary. I talk you through the steps to take to get a great result.
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